Inthedeep

Hey .. i had the same problem in our last rental. Like you, had also used the foam pads under the legs etc .. i also had dogs living there (which were allowed) .. both furniture and dogs had left marks .. i was so worried about it when vacating as we thought they would try and go for the bond to re-do the floors. Alas, after weeks of worryign what may happen .. we got the full bond back and the agent actually commented at what a good state we had left the property in. Good luck!

You should check out the British Melbourne group on meetup -- http://brit.meetup.com/cities/au/melbourne/ they organise drinks and events in and about the city for expats!

Yeah its 5 metres around here in Vic .. 50 metres is a tad extreme - i wonder if it was it a typo?

Australia not dog friendly? I don't know where you live but perhaps you chose the wrong suburb .. here in Port Melbourne i think most people in my street have dogs - there are plenty of dog beaches along Port Phillip Bay, plenty of off leash dog reserves and the pubs and cafes all have water bowls outside for dogs. I really don't recall much of that back in the UK (but then perhaps thats more to do with where i lived there too). Also there are plenty of doggy day cares about here .. i really think if you dog is your #1 priority then choosing the right suburb with a little reserch will pay dividends.

Hey Mark .. no worries. Meetup in general is actually a great tool .. theres plenty of other 'groups' but this one seems canny for a start. Theres no judgement form anyone, and it doesnt feel like it's an internet based type thing .. which is good as that can feel a bit awkward lol! Me and my partner are hoping to be mvoed to Point Cook in the next few months .. live in Port Melbourne now but need more spoace as our place is just too cramped with us and our 2 dogs - i know there aint much in choice with bars around Point Cook area but im sure we'd be up for a drink once there. Though like you we will likely still head to the city for a proper night out, theres a night out organised on this forum on 3rd March too --> http://www.pomsinoz.com/forum/socialising-get-togethers/138261-melbourne-drinks-3-march.html which always seems to attract a few people and a nice crowd. Cheers, Steve

Mark there's a good group on meetup.com .. Fairly young, mic of singles, couples .. Not kid orientated. Look for Melbourne British expats ..nthey do drinking nights, lawn bowls, there's a paintball one coming up etc. Have been to a few and met some great people. What suburb do you live in?